Thirty microsatellite markers were analysed in 1426 goats from 45 traditional or rare breeds
in 15 European and Middle Eastern countries. In all populations inbreeding was indicated …

Abstract Background The Tibetan cashmere goat (Capra hircus), one of the most ancient
breeds in China, has historically been a critical source of meat and cashmere production for …

Seven microsatellite markers were used to study genetic diversity of three Egyptian
(Egyptian Baladi, Barki and Zaraibi) and two Italian (Maltese and Montefalcone) goat …

The investigation of genetic diversity at molecular level has been proposed as a valuable
complement and sometimes proxy to phenotypic diversity of local breeds and is presently …

Six Ethiopian indigenous goat populations viz. Gumuz, Agew, Begia-Medir, Bati, Abergelle,
and Central Abergelle were genotyped for 15 microsatellite markers recommended by Food …

Nigeria is home to a wide variety of indigenous goat breeds, each of which has evolved to fit
its particular environment and is an important genetic resource. Indigenous goat production …

Background China has numerous native domestic goat breeds, however, extensive studies
are focused on the genetic diversity within the fewer breeds and limited regions, the …

Preservation of biological diversity determines not only survival, but also adaptation to
changing environments, including changes in consumer preferences. During the last …

Goats are usually raised under harsh environmental conditions and have a unique ability to
take advantage of marginal areas. The diversity of goat genetic resources throughout the …

Most cashmere goats are found in northern China and Mongolia. They are regarded as
precious resources for their production of high quality natural fibre for the textile industry. It …